Menu

vibration

The Corinthia is a luxury 5 star spa hotel set in the centre of London, just a short walk from Trafalgar Square. When we were invited to visit from Magdi Abdelaty, the Spa Operations Manager, we jumped at the chance to experience the renowned Espa facilities first hand.

The spa spreads out over 4 floors, including15 treatment rooms, a gym, hair salon and a Thermal Floor with heat experience rooms and pools. The décor is luxurious and relaxing mood lighting sets the ambience to an almost decadent level.

Our evening began with a leisurely swim in the shimmering silver stainless steel pool followed by a cool shower. We then took a ball of ice from the fountain and headed to the Amphitheatre sauna, set down into the floor with a spectacular suspended ceiling. When the heat became slightly too much, we headed outside for more ice, bringing it back with us to the sauna and letting it melt over our bodies as we sat there! The frameless glass sauna walls allowed us to watch the mesmerising flames of the nearby fire set within the wall.

david de vleeschauwer

Next on our thermal journey was a visit to the Vitality Pool with its built-in loungers and powerful swan neck fountains. This provided full relaxation for mind and body whilst relieving tired and aching muscles. After the warmth of the pool, it was time to cool down again in the Dornbracht ‘Big Rain’ shower before moving on to the glamorous black mosaic tiled steam room to relax in clouds of fragranced steam.

david de vleeschauwer

We repeated the above journey before settling onto the heated marble relaxation loungers by another fireplace, luxuriating in the warmth of the beds and the glow of the fire.

Eventually it was time to get changed and take part in the real world again. But our journey of relaxation and luxury wasn’t over yet. The changing rooms had a sauna in the Ladies Area and a Tepidarium in the Men’s. And both rooms had sleeping pods, small booths with cushions and blankets where you could take a revitalising nap or even meditate in private. A totally private oasis with no distractions in the middle of a bustling, busy city!

We all agreed it was a wonderfully relaxing experience. Favourite part? The sauna got a lot of votes due to its innovative design and the sleep pods were a definite hit!

At Dröm UK, we love a crystal 🙂 As well as displaying them in our beautiful roomsets in the Showroom, we also have them on our desks to help with our positivity and creativity on a daily basis.

People have known for centuries about the healing power and properties of crystals. Ancient civilisations used crystals to promote wellbeing, attract riches and love and also to ward off evil. In the modern world, scientists have looked for logical explanations as to how and why crystals work. Quantum theory suggests that everything is made up of energy which vibrates at a certain frequency. So in simple terms, when a crystal vibrates within our personal energy field (for example, if we are holding it), it creates a larger vibrational field within our frequency which can affect our physical health in a positive, healing way. (For more information on this please visit Stephanie Lucas’ excellent blog at http://www.QuantumStones.com).

Selenite and Rose Quartz

Smoky Quartz

Relaxing in a sauna or steam room without modern day distractions like smartphones and computers is the perfect time to incorporate a little meditation and holistic healing into your day. As well as chromotherapy and aromatherapy (as discussed in previous blogs) placing a crystal in the room has many healing benefits. Crystals can balance or stimulate energies, help relieve stress and depression, promote self-belief and encourage abundance in all things. They can give out positive energy and absorb negative energy. Crystal points or wands can be used to direct this energy – when they are arranged pointing outwards it is directed away from the body and when pointing inwards they are drawing it in. Crystal spheres or balls send energy in all directions equally.

Sage smudge stick

It is always a good idea to cleanse your crystals regularly as they can store various emotions, not always positive, from being handled. There are several different ways of doing this. Holding the crystals under running water and leaving them in the sunlight or moonlight can both cleanse and energise them or cleanse them by ‘smudging’ which is passing them through the smoke of a bundle of sage or an incense stick. You can also use other crystals to cleanse stones – clear quartz is good for this, and citrine is excellent as it is a self-cleansing stone. Always check that your crystal is not porous before leaving it in water for any length of time as you don’t want to damage it. There are loads of websites that detail other cleansing methods. Find the one that works best for you.

Once your crystal is cleansed and energised, it is ready for use! Here is a brief list of some of the more commonly used crystals and their benefits:

Clear Quartz can be used to increase any of the energies of other crystals. Another way of amplifying crystal energy is to create a grid – this can be more powerful than just using a single stone. Place crystals in a geometric pattern so that they work together to direct vibrational energy towards fulfilling a specific goal. Some examples of grids can be found at http://meanings.crystalsandjewelry.com/free-crystal-grids/. We have created some grids in our wellbeing rooms to create an even more peaceful, relaxing ambience within.

Always buy a crystal that resonates with you. Hold it, feel it, meditate lightly with it. If it doesn’t do anything for you then leave it in the shop.

There are many excellent websites to explore that will go into more detail about a wider variety of crystals and how they can be used to benefit our personal wellbeing.

In the second blog in this Wellbeing mini-series, we take a closer look at Chromotherapy.

Wellbeing extends beyond the physical. Psychological and spiritual wellness is also important to assist in coping with the stresses of everyday life.

Aromatherapy, Chromotherapy and Crystals are just a few of the ‘alternative’ therapies that can be combined with the more traditional wellbeing experiences to achieve a fuller sense of relaxation or stimulation.

Colour and light have been proven to have a positive effect upon your mood and health. The light from the sun can be broken down into seven colours each relating to a certain energetic vibration within our bodies. When these energies (or chakras) are out of alignment it can lead to physical ailments. Chromotherapy is the use of colour and light as a non-invasive restorative therapy – helping to realign this vibrational energy, dispel negative energy and promoting mental and physical wellness. We can absorb colour through our eyes, skin and also through the energetic field surrounding the body (aura).

Coloured light relates to vibrational energy within our bodies

Red – root chakra

Red is the colour of vitality and energy. Physically it represents healthy organs, body tissue and blood. It is a stimulating colour and on a mental level helps with concentration and clear thinking. It guides us towards change, helping with movement and progress.

Orange – Sacral chakra

Orange is a powerful, physical energy, converting ‘chi energy’ into energy that the body can use. It is fresh and invigorating and awakens the soul. It encourages you to listen to your gut instincts and inner wisdom.

Yellow – solar plexus chakra

Yellow is a strong energy promoting physical and mental strength and a healthy digestive system. On an emotional level it helps with self confidence and balance. The solar plexus chakra encourages personal and spiritual growth and self esteem.

Green – heart chakra

Green is the colour of love, harmony, balance and compassion. Physically it represents a strong heart and healthy immune system. Emotionally it represents healthy relationships. Spiritually it stands for unconditional love.

Blue – throat chakra

Blue is a calming, healing, stress reducing colour. Physically it relates to the throat ensuring a healthy thyroid, good upper body strength and the ability for clear communication. It also promotes mental clarity. It is the colour of conscious creativity and helps with creative expression.

Indigo – brow chakra (third eye)

Indigo is the colour of the third eye chakra, which relates to intuition, perception, instinct and the sixth sense. Indigo encourages you to connect and listen to your inner wisdom. Physically it promotes good memory, visualisation and good mental strength. Indigo is the colour of night where all your senses are heightened.

Violet – crown chakra

Violet is the highest vibration in the spectrum of light. A balanced violet energy means that all the chakras are working in harmony and energy is flowing freely throughout the body. It represents excellent overall health. The energies are balanced, peaceful and calm. It indicates a deep spiritual awareness.

White

White is the colour of balance and harmony. It is a pure energy, clarifying the senses and mind.

Relaxing and focusing on a specific colour can help the relevant chakra open up and let go of negative emotions or heighten the positive aspects of each chakra.

Saunas and steam rooms incorporate Chromotherapy lighting to enhance the wellbeing of the bather. This can also be combined with Aromatherapy (see previous blog post) for a more powerful experience.

There are many excellent websites that can provide more information on the use of colour and its effect on the chakras.